Phyllis Jean Smith
March 3, 1936 – June 22, 2022
![](https://rauschfuneralhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/Smith-Phyllis.jpg)
On June 22, 2022, Phyllis Jean Smith departed for her heavenly home at age 86. Born March 3, 1936, in Ayden, North Carolina, to parents Luther and Olive Stocks.
Phyllis married her college sweetheart, Charles Edward Smith when they attended East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. They made a life for themselves while raising their daughter, Dianna Smith-Keith, who now resides in Tallahassee, Florida, and son, Dana Samuel Smith, who resides in Harwood, Maryland.
They relocated to Harwood, Maryland, after Charles completed his education at the University of Tampa to a long career at Southern High School. Phyllis also made a career of over 25 years in the education system. She moved up the ranks, starting as a school librarian to the principal secretary of Southern High School. Phyllis also worked as a CAT South as Principals’ Secretary for years before retirement.
It was her love of reading books and knowledge of the library system at the school that led to one of her most outstanding achievements. Phyllis was instrumental in developing and creating the Christian library at Edgewater Baptist Church. She took a room that was once the pastor’s office and built a library that any age could borrow from. She started a crusade to collect, buy, categorize, and manage the library for several years.
Phyllis also had a great passion for showing and raising horses. She developed this love from her daughter, Dianna, who showed horses as a child and as an adult. That was when she fell in love with a pony named Patches. She continued a show ring career with Patches for many years, achieving many championship awards. Phyllis was very involved with The Southern Anne Arundel Pony Club, held at Oakcrest Farms in Harwood, Maryland, helping mentor many of the younger and older equestrians.
Phyllis’ greatest passion in life was the love of her savior, Jesus Christ. No matter what city or state Phyllis was in, she found a church to join and instantly made a family within it. The love of so many people created many lasting relationships she held throughout her life. Phyllis was very involved in every activity. She was known as “the organizer” and the one to bring her famous coconut cake! She was truly loved by all who knew her for her generosity and willingness to serve.
Phyllis is preceded in death by her mother, Olive Manning-Stocks. Father, Luther Stocks and brother, James L. Stocks. She is survived by her husband, Charles Edward Smith. Daughter, Dianna Lynn Smith- Keith. Son-in-law, David C. Keith. Son, Dana Samuel Smith and daughter-in-law, Joanne Smith. Grandchildren, John Wesley Fisher, Tina Marie Smith, Laura Elizabeth Smith-Beall, and her husband Thomas E. Beall IV.
Visitation
Services
- Funeral Service
Friday, July 1, 2022
11:00 A.M.
Contributions
Condolences
Sort Comments
![](https://rauschfuneralhomes.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-comment-designer/img/ajax-loader.gif)
Dana, Dianna and Uncle Charles,
We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Phyllis. She was such a wonderful person and she was so full of life. I know she will be greatly missed by so many. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love to all,
Mark and Tana
We send our deepest sympathy to Charles, Dianna, Dana, and the entire family. Phyllis was so dear to us- we can’t quite imagine life without her. Our faith in our Lord and His Word tells us that we will be together again one day. Until then, we will miss you, Phyllis.
Sort Comments
My sincere sympathy goes out to the family and Phyllis’ many friends. She was a dear friend to me and I thank God for the many fun memories. I take solace in knowing I will see her again one day.
Phyllis was like a second mother to me. I knew her from when I was a toddler. She had such a wonderful personality and I loved her laugh. She will truly be missed, but I look forward to seeing her again in heaven.
She’s in the arms of the Angels now! What a lovely Lady she was , she will be missed greatly💕RIP sweet lady .
Kathi and Kenny Armiger
Craig and I are so very sorry to hear of Phyllis’s passing! She was a special friend. “God has her in His keeping. She will, forever, be in our hearts!”
Condolences to Charles and family.
Craig and Diana Jones
❤️🙏🏻😘
Our sincere condolences to the Smith family. She always had a smile on her face wherever she went. She was always involved with church events and doing the work for the Lord. Blessings to the family.
Phyllis was a ray of sunshine. We loved her smile and laugh. She was so kind and sweet to Tim and I. Always had a fun time with her anytime anywhere. We will miss her oh so much.
We knew Phyllis and Charles in chuch and many years Phyllis was in our caring crafters group. We loved her so much and she will be missed. Prayers to her family.
Dana, Dianna and Uncle Charles,
We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Phyllis. She was such a wonderful person and she was so full of life. I know she will be greatly missed by so many. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love to all,
Mark and Tana
Phyllis was one of the sweetest and kindest ladies, she was a staple in the Cramer family and will be missed by many.
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the Smith Family
We send our deepest sympathy to Charles, Dianna, Dana, and the entire family. Phyllis was so dear to us- we can’t quite imagine life without her. Our faith in our Lord and His Word tells us that we will be together again one day. Until then, we will miss you, Phyllis.